Ashton Community Trust

Ashton Community Trust Ashton is an award winning charity that prides itself on delivering real benefits for local people.

It is known for its ability to consistently deliver quality services. About Ashton Community Trust
Ashton is an award winning social regeneration charity that works to deliver real benefits for local people. It was formally established in 1991 with a mission ‘To promote positive change and improve the quality of life of the North Belfast community.’ Located in the New Lodge area of North Belfast it works to address severe levels of social and economic deprivation. These health and life inequalities are further compounded by the legacy of the conflict. Within one square mile of the Ashton Centre for example 635 people were killed and over 2,500 injured. Supported Thousands of People
Over the last 25 years Ashton has supported thousands of people through its community accessible programmes. These services are delivered by Ashton’s departments which include: Bridge of Hope, FabLab, Kinderkids Daycare, New Lodge Arts, New Lodge Youth Centre, Social Enterprise Hub and Training & Employment Services. The organisation, underpinned by a strong community development commitment, aims to provide a one-stop-shop for local needs. This holistic approach includes services that work to support educational, employment and training requirements; childcare needs; physical and emotional health as well as cultural and arts expressions. Reinvesting In North Belfast
Ashton’s policy of reinvesting in the North Belfast community means the majority of their 170-strong workforce are local people which in turn has brought stability to the area. The organisation has sought to regenerate not only by creating jobs but also by turning derelict pieces of land into thriving social spaces. Model of Best Practice
Ashton is viewed internationally as a model of best practice for its community regeneration achievements. In 2013 and 2017 it was appointed NI Social Enterprise of the Year and was recognised for its community ethos and social impact. It currently holds ISO9001:2015 certification and in 2015 was awarded the prestigious “Excellence 5 Star” accreditation by the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM). In January 2016 a further assessment was completed by EFQM in which Ashton were awarded an Ireland Excellence certificate for its culture of excellence, robust systems and processes as well as its capacity to drive innovation and continually improve results. Ashton Departments are:

Training & Employment: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/training-and-employment/

Culture & Arts: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/culture-and-arts/

Health & Wellbeing: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/health-wellbeing/

Childcare & Family Support: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/childcare-family-support/

Youth Development: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/youth-development/

Community Impact: https://www.ashtoncentre.com/services/community-development/

Many of our departments/projects have a presence on Facebook:

Ashton Community Trust - https://www.facebook.com/ashtoncommunitytrust/
Ashton Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/Ashton/
Ashton Training & Employment - https://www.facebook.com/AshtonTrainingEmployment/
Ashton CORE Project - https://www.facebook.com/coreproject1/
Belfast Works - https://www.facebook.com/Belfastworks/
Ashton Essential Skills - https://www.facebook.com/ashtonessentialskills/
Bridge Of Hope - https://www.facebook.com/bridgeofhope.org/
New Lodge Arts - https://www.facebook.com/NewLodgeArtsBelfast
New Lodge Youth Centre - https://www.facebook.com/newlodgeyc/
New Lodge Youth Centre (That's What She Said) - https://www.facebook.com/shesaidnlyc

Join us every Wednesday, 10am–12pm, at New Lodge Arts Fab Lab, 5 Chuchill Street, BT15 2PT. It’s £2 per week and no expe...
29/09/2026

Join us every Wednesday, 10am–12pm, at New Lodge Arts Fab Lab, 5 Chuchill Street, BT15 2PT. It’s £2 per week and no experience is needed.

To register or find out more, contact Sáerlaith on 028 9074 2255 or [email protected].

28/09/2026

We’re pleased to share this from Bridge of Hope 💜

Take a look at their upcoming health and wellbeing workshops and programmes, designed to support both emotional and physical wellbeing.

Whether you’re looking for support, connection, or simply some time to focus on your wellbeing, there are a range of opportunities available for the local community.

Find out more and see what’s on offer 👇

28/09/2026

✨ BUSY WEEK AHEAD IN NLYC! ✨

There’s lots happening this week! 🙌

🔷Registration Night - TONIGHT @ NLYC

🔷 5–8 Drop-In — Mon & Wed, 5:30–6:30pm

🔷 Junior & Senior Drop-In

🔷 Wednesday Group Work Night

🔷 Horizons Graduation 🎓

🔷 Round-the-World Themed Night 🌍

🔷 Youth Work Alliance Consultation Event

🔷 Romania — Year 1 & 2 🇷🇴

🔷 Berlin Programme 🇩🇪

🔷 Anti-Hate Crime Workshops — all week

🔷 Mentoring

🔷 Leadership Groups

🔷 Personal & Social Development Programmes

🔷 Outreach

💙 A full week of opportunities, learning, fun and youth work! 💙

🤝 Working together and celebrating youth work in our community! 💙💛New Lodge Youth Centre recently had a fantastic aftern...
28/09/2026

🤝 Working together and celebrating youth work in our community! 💙💛

New Lodge Youth Centre recently had a fantastic afternoon with Temple Shafton TSYP, coming together to talk about the great work both youth organisations are doing.

It was a brilliant opportunity to share ideas, learn from one another and celebrate the positive impact youth work has on young people and the wider community. 🌟🙌

Ashton is proud to support initiatives that bring organisations together and create positive opportunities for young people. 💙

Great afternoon spent with Temple Shafton Tsyp, talking about the fantastic work both youth organisations do! It was brilliant to share ideas and celebrate the positive impact on young people! And alway to hear some amazing stories!

🪩 What a fantastic night for the Happy Days Project at Live Life Well-Being Centre 80s Disco! 🕺💃It looks like everyone h...
28/09/2026

🪩 What a fantastic night for the Happy Days Project at Live Life Well-Being Centre 80s Disco! 🕺💃

It looks like everyone had a brilliant time stepping back to the 80s, with plenty of music, dancing, laughter and great memories made along the way! 🎶✨

Here are a few photos from what was clearly a fantastic night! 📸🎉

📣 Registration Night at New Lodge Youth Centre! 💙💛New Lodge Youth Centre is getting ready for another great year of acti...
25/09/2026

📣 Registration Night at New Lodge Youth Centre! 💙💛

New Lodge Youth Centre is getting ready for another great year of activities, opportunities and support for local young people — and registration night is happening this Monday! 🙌

📅 Monday 28th September
⏰ 5:30pm–6:30pm

Come along, get registered and find out more about everything happening at the youth centre. There’s lots to get involved in, from activities and workshops to support, learning and opportunities to make new friends. 💙

Ashton is proud to support New Lodge Youth Centre and help create positive opportunities for young people in the community. 🌟

We look forward to seeing you there! 👏

Our registration night for the year ahead next Monday 28th September. All young people must re-register it is essential we keep up to date records.

📚 Homework Club at New Lodge Youth Centre! 💙💛Looking for a little extra support with homework? New Lodge Youth Centre’s ...
25/09/2026

📚 Homework Club at New Lodge Youth Centre! 💙💛

Looking for a little extra support with homework? New Lodge Youth Centre’s Homework Club takes place every Wednesday evening, providing young people with a supportive space to get their schoolwork done, ask questions and build confidence in their learning. ✏️📖

It’s fantastic to see opportunities like this being made available to local young people, helping them stay on track while learning in a welcoming environment. 🙌

Our Homework Club will be running on Wednesday evenings from 5:30pm-6:30pm for all members, message the page if you are interested!📚

What a fantastic Friday & Saturday night at New Lodge Youth Centre! 💙💛It’s brilliant to see young people enjoying a safe...
25/09/2026

What a fantastic Friday & Saturday night at New Lodge Youth Centre! 💙💛

It’s brilliant to see young people enjoying a safe, welcoming space with so much going on — from football and mentoring to baking workshops, food, games and plenty of fun! ⚽️🍪🙌

Keep up the fantastic work, NLYC! 👏🌟

🎭 THE McGURK’S BAR TRAGEDYGreen Shoot Productions presents a play by Martin Lynch, directed by Matthew McElhinney, telli...
25/09/2026

🎭 THE McGURK’S BAR TRAGEDY

Green Shoot Productions presents a play by Martin Lynch, directed by Matthew McElhinney, telling the story of the McGurk’s Bar tragedy.

📅 14–16 November 2026
📍 Main Hall, Waterfront Hall, Belfast

For performance details and booking information, visit:
🔗 https://www.waterfront.co.uk

💬 Would you like more confidence speaking English?Ashton’s FREE beginner English classes are for women who want to impro...
25/09/2026

💬 Would you like more confidence speaking English?

Ashton’s FREE beginner English classes are for women who want to improve their English for everyday life.

Practise your English, learn with others and meet new people in a friendly setting. 😊

📍 Ashton Centre, Belfast
📅 Every Friday
🕙 10am–12pm
📚 12-week course
💷 FREE

The course began on 11 September. Contact Orla to ask about joining and check whether a place is available:

📧 [email protected]

Please share with someone who might be interested!

Address

5 Churchill Street
Belfast
BT152BP

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

02890742255

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